MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
102,395 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
rack broken but not dangerous
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the BMW K Series?
Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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N205 ARB is a 1996 BMW K Series in Silver with a 1,092cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.
Across all 1996 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 48,286 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a BMW K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N205 ARB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 30 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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How do I check the history of N205 ARB?
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What year was N205 ARB registered?
N205 ARB is a 1996 BMW K Series, first registered on 11 May 1996.
Is N205 ARB safe to buy?
The MOT history for N205 ARB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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